One year ago, we proudly announced that Flock technology had helped law enforcement agencies find and reunite more than 400 missing persons with their loved ones. Today, we’re excited to share that the number has more than doubled—over 1,000 missing people across the country have now been found using Flock Safety technology.

These milestones are more than numbers—they represent real stories of hope, resilience, and the critical role technology can play in creating tangible results for families and communities.

How has this rapid progress been made possible? It’s a testament to the power of proactive policing, cross-agency collaboration, and the innovative use of technology.

The Crisis of Missing Persons in the U.S.

Every year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the United States, according to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). While most cases are eventually resolved, tens of thousands remain open at any given time. 

Missing persons cases can range from runaways, to dementia patients, to kidnapping victims. All require urgent and strategic action.

However, agencies often face significant challenges:

• Lack of real-time actionable information.
  
  
• Difficulty sharing information across jurisdictions.
  
  
• Limited resources to dedicate to long-term searches.

These barriers can mean the difference between a quick recovery and a devastating loss. That’s where Flock technology is helping to transform outcomes.

How Flock Technology Supports Swift Recoveries

When someone goes missing, every minute matters. Here’s how a recovery unfolds when Flock technology is in place:

An AMBER alert is issued. Within moments, Flock’s License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras identify a vehicle matching the description, triggering a real-time alert to nearby officers.

Simultaneously, a Flock Aerodome drone is deployed as a first responder. While patrol units are still navigating traffic, the drone gets eyes on the vehicle from above—streaming live footage and pinpointing its direction. Dispatchers relay visual confirmation to officers in the field, sharpening response with real-time information.

Guided by coordinated technology—on the ground, in the air, and behind the scenes—officers intercept the vehicle. The missing person is recovered safely and returned to their family before the day ends.

From Missing to Found: Solved Stories in Action

Missing Driver with Dementia Located Safely with Help from Flock Cameras | Indianola, IA 

When a driver with dementia was reported missing, Indianola Police Department sprang into action. Leveraging Flock Safety cameras, officers quickly identified the vehicle’s location. Thanks to their swift response and real-time intelligence, the driver was safely recovered, reuniting the family.

Flock Cameras Help Locate Vehicle in Missing Child Case, Leading to Safe Recovery | Hinckley, OH

During a visitation exchange in Hinckley, a 10-year-old girl was taken under alarming circumstances. Hinckley Police Department immediately turned to Flock cameras to aid the search. This allowed officers to locate the vehicle quickly, leading to the girl’s safe recovery.

Flock Alert Help Police Locate Missing Woman in Oregon | Klamath Falls, OR 

After a Flock Safety alert flagged a stolen vehicle, Klamath Falls officers located and monitored it while waiting for backup. They discovered the vehicle was linked to a missing and endangered woman from Texas who might be traveling with her estranged boyfriend, who had a felony warrant. A high-risk traffic stop led to the suspect’s arrest and victim’s safe recovery. She was able to call her parents and arrange her return home.

The Future of Missing Persons Recovery

As we recognize this milestone, we remain committed to innovating, improving, and expanding our technology to help even more families in the years ahead. With new advancements in AI, broader partnerships, and a growing network of agencies working together, the possibilities for faster, safer recoveries are greater than ever.